Knik Glacier Helicopter Flight-90 Mins-1 Landing-Anchorage Area
Description
See the Chugach Range from the air as your helicopter flight takes you over snow capped mountain peaks and braided river valleys to land on over 300 feet of glacial ice thousands of years old! Experience majestic blue pools, stunning, swirling moulins, deep crevasses and dramatic ice formations that continue to fascinate and attract the explorer in all of us when you step foot and trek around the surface of the Knik Glacier. The mighty Knik, one of the largest glaciers left in Southcentral Alaska, is 26 miles in length and 6 miles across at its toe and is just one of several glaciers in the ancient river valley. In addition to spotting wildlife from the air (moose, dall sheep, spawning salmon, and bears), you’ll have an eagle’s eye view of towering waterfalls, glacial iceberg-filled lakes, and the untouched wilderness of the Alaska backcountry. Enjoy a once in a lifetime Glacier Plunge in the summer months at no additional cost! Approx. 40 mins flight time w/ 45 mins on glacier.
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Itinerary
The mighty Knik, one of the largest glaciers left in Southcentral Alaska! It is 26 miles in length and 6 miles across at its toe. Experience majestic blue pools, swirling moulins, deep crevasses and dramatic ice formations as you step out of your helicopter; onto the icy surface of the Knik Glacier. As the snow melts and exposes blue glacial ice our expert pilots land your helicopter on the glacier surface where you’ll get to experience brilliant blue melt pools & deep crevasses. In the summer months you can choose to polar plunge into one of these giant pools.
See the Chugach Range from the air as you fly past snow capped mountain peaks, rushing waterfalls and over braided river valleys before landing on over 300 feet of ancient glacial ice!
Fly over the beautifully braided Knik River during your flight.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- CHECK IN TIME is 30 minutes prior to departure time. If you arrive late your excursion may be shortened, cancelled or rescheduled.
- Weight limit is 300 pounds per seat. R44 max weight is 650 pounds. R66 max weight is 900 pounds.
- Service animals are allowed on a case by case basis. Call to inquire.
- Accuratly reporting weight is essential for proper weight and balance of the helicopter. Large discrepancies in reported weights may result in additional fees.
- Solo Travelers: Please note that we may reach out to reschedule your time if a 2 person minimum is not met.
- WEIGHT SURCHARGES: Groups of 2 over 500lbs, groups of 3 over 650lbs and groups of 4 over 900lbs will be charged a weight surcharge. You can call 907-351-6736 to pay the additional weight surcharge within 48 hours of making the reservation. If weight surcharge not paid, we cannot guarantee extra aircraft will be available and flight may be rescheduled or canceled without a refund.
- Groups of 4+ may be split into multiple helicopters
- Infants are defined as 0-24 months. Children at or over 24 months will need to be in a paid seat. This is a FAA regulation and not a suggestion
Reviews(47)
After checkin with Caroline, we were directed to the red helicopter piloted by Captain Laura. As soon as you take off the wonder does not stop. Our pilot kindly pointed out wildlife, interesting points to see and also offered to take pictures for us. She was amazingly kind and considerate. As a plus size person, the team reassured me at every step. You are weighed privately to help the balance of the craft, they have appropriate seatbelts in the back and helped put on the clamp-ons. As I was nervous about my size, they reassured me at every opportunity. I would highly encourage others who worry, to use this company.
Super fun time - it was amazing to fly over the glacier - and then land and walk around. Very fun flight, we learned more about Alaska - and felt we had an experience we will remember for a lifetime!
this is an exceptional experience you don't want to miss while visiting Alaska. Our pilot Laura was very knowledgeable, this is the highlight of our trip.
It was a great experience landing on the glacier. Worth doing it! Our pilot was amazing and had a lot of information to share with us.
It’s the best $1,000 you’ll ever spend!! Our pilot Cedric was very skilled at flying and informative about the area and glaciers ……. and he had a sense of humor.
This was amazing! The views were spectacular and the helicopter ride was so fun! We had Neal as our guide and he was awesome! It was an unforgettable experience!
It was so nice to have you fly with us! We will make sure to pass along the kind words to Neo. We agree that the this is an amazing and unforgettable experience! Safe travels back home, We hope you two had a wonderful Alaskan adventure.
Absolutely a must do experience. Walking on a glacier is just an amazing feeling. Cedric our guide was fantastic!
Wohoo! sounds like you had a remarkable time with Cedric. We will make sure to pass along the kind words to him. Thank you for choosing Outbound Heli Adventures. We hope to see you next time.
Excellent pilot. Knew where to land to see the most. Used their transportation prompt service and flexible.
It was so great to meet you and T. We will pass along the kind words to your pilot Neo! Thank you for choosing Outbound Heli Adventures. Safe travels back home.
Excellent experience, beautiful weather!
We are so glad the weather was beautiful for your experience! Thanks for coming out with us!
One of the best experiences in my life! The staff was amazing, the view and experience was priceless!! I don’t want to leave
Thank you for joining us and for such a wonderful review! We agree that the flight and glacier landing on the Knik is extraordinary and must do! All of us here at Outbound hope you had a wonderful Alaskan adventure and wish you safe travels.
